El Jardin has always been one of our favorites. Tonight was no different. Being stuck at home we decided to order out. The food was amazing as usual and they even went above and beyond and threw in some been dip and tons of chips with a note saying "It's on us!" We definitely appreciate it! read more

Hubby had the shrimp enchiladas flavor was great. I had a deep fried chimichanga which was very good. Portion size was huge. prices were great service was friendly. read more

El Jardin - Mexican Near Me - Manteca, California

The best salsa ever! Amazing service, you'll never get left waiting. Could eat here everynight. x

Good but not as great as prior visits. Service excellent, food not as amazing as visits from couple years back

When I see it I order it...If there are seafood enchiladas on a menu, I order it and if you can't make that I don't want to eat the rest of your food. Most people have their go to dishes that they use as a barometer of good/bad, and this happens to be it for me at a Mexican place. Why? Because to make a good one requires a delicate balance of sauce, seafood, cheese and it always comes with rice and beans so I can see if you know how to make the basics. It also gives me a chance to gauge the quality...are you serving me baby shrimp or 2 shrimp to cut costs, or are you going to serve me a meal that I actually want to eat? So here we go...I get to Jardin for the first time, and the first thing that strikes me is the cabbage salsa...This seems to be a regional thing in the Central Valley because I've been eating Mexican food all my life down in Salinas area and I've never seen/heard of it before...To top it off, in my chips somebody apparently slipped some homemade chips made with flour tortillas instead of corn tortillas...okay, I can see this is going to be an interesting meal...So far, so good though. The cabbage salsa stuff is on point, and so are the chips. Now, my entree...I ordered the lobster enchiladas with the green sauce, and sour cream on the side because I need to minimize the distractions here...I sliced open the enchilada, got a piece with my fork and ran it around a bit in the green sauce and took a bite...then it was like a light bulb came on. THIS is what a proper seafood enchilada should be. I don't know what all the other places are trying to do, but I'm pretty sure El Jardin has the blueprint they've been looking for. Plenty of seafood, a good amount of sauce that didn't overpower the dish...the rice and beans didn't scream at me, but they also didn't disappoint. My girlfriend ordered the milanesa. The milanesa was the size of a dinner plate, perfectly golden brown and moist. The giant piece of milanesa was sitting on a smaller more appropriate sized piece of milanesa below it...this place leaves no one hungry. read more

We were passing through on our way to Central Valley. Lovely atmosphere. Excellent food. Large portions. 4 instead of 5 because the service was slow. All and all a great place and will come back again read more

I will never set foot in this restaurant again. Wen't with my husband last night thought I would try hadn't been there for years and it wasn't impressed with the food then and definitely not impressed with it now. Service was not very good food was horrible could not even eat it got a taquito that had burnt steak inside so burnt was black and terrible rice had been reheated and was hard and beans were mediocre.Call the waiter didn't even touch it just left it there then I ordered an enchilada which was as bad as the taquito . My stomach was gurgling all night I felt almost ill from even tasting the enchilada. I don't know how a place like this stays in business. read more

My experience was excellent! The service was fast and good! The food is delicious! Very happy! Second favorite place for Mexican food. read more

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I've been going here since I was little. One thing I love is the food, customer service, and overall atmosphere has remained consistent: All awesome! It has a small bar with the friendliest of bartenders too! All of the staff are great, some have been here for years! The owner is very accommodating and really has a passion for this place. They're also very supportive of the community, as well! Huge plus! There's nothing on the menu I wouldn't recommend! Also, heard they have great margaritas! read more

The service was the worst!! Came in and stood in front of the hostess stand while she was doing nothing for 5 minutes before we were acknowledged. Then didn't give us menus. Then the bar tender would not come around to take our order. We sat there for 25 minutes without anyone saying anything to us and left. read more

Love everything I've ever ordered. Only place I've been to that has flour tortilla chips.

Fist time trying this place out and I will be coming back! Couldn't decide what to order so the waitress recommended this I forgot the name but it was soooooo delicious! read more

El Jardin - Mexican Near Me - Manteca, California

In the area and this was one of the highly rated places. Portions are huge and service was great! Can't complain here! The Chicken Tortilla soup can serve about 4 people and can definitely fill you up. Chips and Salsa alone was pretty good read more

Good if not so salty! Can not taste the green sauce as recommended by the waiter. They do serve liquor. So I guess more income if the food is salty. More orders for drinks! read more

El Jardin - $11.99.Beef buritto... Great price for the size if not so salty! - Mexican Near Me - Manteca, California

The BEST Mexican restaurant ever!!!! Never ever lets us down! Have been coming here for years, and the staff are excellent!!! Bacon wrapped shrimp is sooooooooo delicious!!! read more

El Jardin - Mexican Near Me - Manteca, California

Best restaurant best food ever.. the service was ok... and the ambiance was very chill

My favorite place, the best Mexican food in town. Food arrived still hot, a little spill but nothing serious. Price including tip and delivery was well worth it, didn't have to drive. First time I've had it delivered, good experience. read more

Best Mexican food in area, great people. Bar is small but has great drinks. Five stars ***** Love this place. read more

I have been looking for great Mexican food. I just moved here from Oregon. I ordered the carne asada with shrimp. It was to die for! Perfect soooooo amazing. The restaurant is clean, decorated nice. Nothing but good vibes. read more

El Jardin - Mexican Near Me - Manteca, California

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Great atmosphere, tasty food, there's always people dining there, there's a bar, and the servers are attentive as can be. They could probably update their music playlist since I always hear the same songs when I go there, haha. read more

Not authentic Mexican cuisine. Old rice, cold, iceberg lettuce...Enough said. It was nothing but disappointment.

Best Mexican food in town. Delicious food, nice atmosphere and friendly staff. If you haven't tried this place, I would recommend you do!

If I could select 0 stars I would! Bad service, disgusting guac, disgusting fajitas. They had a huge catering order and instead of explaining to their patrons that it may take a little longer to get their food, they made us wait (along with a packed house) 60 minutes AFTER ordering to get our food. I didn't get my meal until almost 20 minutes AFTER everyone else got theirs. Total of 80 minutes. They did feel bad, and my meal was comped, however this is NOT OK. Communicating to your guests would've made the experience better. Plus the fajitas are in some weird marinade that tastes like teriyaki sauce, and the guac has something in it which makes it greasy and almost like mayo in texture. This is gringo Mexican food! And while I may be a gringa, I like authentic Mexican food! read more

Haven't been here since 2012 and the food was ok. But we came in today and the Food was Fantastic. The Chicken Milanesa is Fire will order it again. Plus the chips and salsa were very good. Great customer service. I will be back I Definitely recommend this place A+ read more

I ordered the Refreshing Salad for $12.99 and it is one of the worst salad EVER. The chicken was SOOO Salty, it tasted bitter. It was not possible to take a second bite. I had no way of sending it back to the kitchen, for this was delivered to me via door dash. read more

Been going to this restaurant for years. Tonight I went in it's Friday. And yes they were busy. They said the The wait time would be an hour. So instead of waiting the hour. We decided to place a to go order. While I'm sitting at a table in the waiting area. Mind you I haven't got anything offered to us to drink or chips or salsa to eat. I watch the managers freinds walk in and he walks up and says hi. There's is at least 15 people waiting to be seated. He slowly gets his friends drinks. They walk into the seating area. They stand there talking and after a few minutes he proceeds to seat them Thinking no one will notice. I now have been waiting an hour for my to go order. I asked for the manager. Guess who that is the man that seated his friends. At the same time. The server shows up with my order. I tell him I have been waiting an hour for my to go order. After I had been told it would be an hour to be seated. He then proceed to say we can talk outside. He said he going to pay for my order. After is said I seen what you did with all these people standing here seating your friends in the back. I will never return to this restaurant again. After seeing this really pissed me off for everyone there. I ate there at least once a week they lost a good customer. read more

El Jardin - Mexican Near Me - Manteca, California

Took a friend there for her birthday First time there Service sucked Waitress was impatient with us and rude Food didn't sit well with my stomach, enough said read more

I am giving them one star solely based on the delivery of door dash. The food is great but every time we get an order it is like they take the order and turn it upside down! El Jardin, stop using door dash they are not a good representation of your restaurant. read more

El Jardin - What a mess! - Mexican Near Me - Manteca, California

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Fantastic Mexican Food, full bar, fun, lively atmosphere and always great service!!! Highly recommend!!!

Oh my goodness! Hands down you must TRY this spot! The food is amazing here, SO much flavor on everything! It's giving me San Diego/Mexico vibes of how well they prepared the meat and seasoned it to perfection! Every bite I had, I literally said "mmmmm" the entire time. I got Cantina Quesadillas, handmade tortillas!!! It was two spicy corn tortillas filled with cheese, Avocado, cilantro and green onions. The STEAK is a MUST! Chicken is also really tasty. I am very pleased and full. Our waiter was busy but made sure he checked on us every time, carter to us and made us feel super welcomed. I also got the pomegranate margarita on the rocks it's absolutely perfect, not too sweet or sour. Cannot wait to come back to try something else out! read more

After moving to the valley this has been our favorite Mexican restaurant in Manteca to choose from. Pretty much everything we've ordered has been excellent. Fajita burrito is great. Arroz con pollo is excellent. Chili rellenos are always good too. Only downside I've ever noticed is there mixed drinks are just so so. Good and service is always five stars. read more

Ordered a meal tray for 4 only got massive amounts of chips in a weird plastic bag, some quac and such for $70! They forgot the flakiest!! What's gong on over there? Was my fave mex place-- not anymore!!!! :-( read more

Friends and I went to El Jardin wanting some authentic Mexican food?? We were not disappointed!! Vina was our waitress... it was lunch time the place was packed. Chips and salsa were on point. Our food was amazing. I had a side order of Diablo shrimp, and the carnitas.... fresh fresh and I ordered my carnitas with a lil crisp which perfectly cooked.... beans rice everything was good. I even took some home great portions.. thanks Vina for the great experience if I'm ever in the area it's a must to stop!! read more

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We have been out here for almost two years and we keeping told thar El Jardin is the best. So we are finally here and we truly enjoyed everything. The servise was great and the food was excellent especially the Guacamole. We will definitely be back very soon and I am excited to try their Carnitas plate. read more

Visiting from out of town and came to this place with my family. The waiters and attendants were absolutely great. Very hospitable and attentive. The food was good and the drinks were strong. I would come back on my next visit. read more

We are regulars at the Turlock location. Had no idea there was one in Manteca. The service and food were both equally amazing. We will be returning to this location. read more

Not sure what happened but I'm very sad to say that they have lost a long time customer. The food has gone down hill and the service especially from the hostess stand is horrible. They just seemed lost, no personality to help the situation either. I hope they can get back to where they once were. read more

Ordered the Arroz Con Pollo, the plate was drenched in veggies and tomato sauce. Very little rice. Not worth the price.

Hands down BEST Mexican restaurant in the area! Chips and salsa heaven. The bean dip? Amazing! The detail in presenting their tortilla soup is always top notch! Best steak fajita burritos! read more

This is my second time at this restaurant. My first time when I was in town for a tournament or your ago. So when I knew I was going to be in the area, this was definitely on my list of most visits. First of all, let me start off by addressing the flower tortilla chips and salsa. #bomb The food. This dish was so memorable, when I team it on the menu , I knew exactly what I ordered last time. #shrimpeliminados. After a year ago, I was determined to find this recipe. I searched and searched, I even look for restaurants in my mediate area #nosuchluck. This meal was just as good this time, as it was last time. -#Handsdown Josh served us both last time and this time. Service was impeccable and the food was amazing. Can't wait to come back. read more